Tag: hemodialysis

How to Slow Chronic Kidney Disease and Avoid Dialysis

Posted on by Jesse Santiano, M.D.

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is often asymptomatic until advanced stages, making early action essential to prevent dialysis. Key causes include hypertension and diabetes, manageable through lifestyle changes. Understanding dialysis types, complications, and preventive measures is crucial for patients. Timely intervention can preserve kidney function and improve quality of life.

Strategies to Prevent Dialysis

Posted on by Jesse Santiano, M.D.

What is Dialysis? Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) usually progresses to End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD). When that happens, dialysis has to be done to remove the waste materials, salt, and water from the body that cannot be removed by any other means. Hemodialysis Dialysis can be done in two ways. Hemodialysis is when a shunt is…